India, Aug. 12 -- FTSE 100 Today (August 12, 2026): The FTSE 100 remained largely flat on Wednesday as investors stayed cautious ahead of key US inflation data, while geopolitical tensions surrounding the US-Iran standoff and the Strait of Hormuz continued to influence market sentiment. The blue-chip index edged up 0.04% to 10,848.75 points by 10:14 GMT, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 gained 0.5% to 24,916.12 points, putting it on track for a record close.

FTSE 100 Market Update

London's FTSE 100 was largely unchanged as investors remained on the sidelines ahead of the release of US inflation data. The data could influence expectations for the Federal Reserve's future interest-rate decisions and broader global equity markets.

The FTSE 250 ...